Seneca River at Keowee Dam
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Pickens County, South Carolina on the Seneca River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: KEOS1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
110 ft
Moderate Flood
105 ft
Minor Flood
102 ft
Action Stage
100 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
115 ft
FLOODING ALONG SHORELINE WILL BEGIN. BRIDGES THAT WILL NEED TO BE CLOSED ARE HIGHWAY 183, US 76, HWY 93.CREEKS THAT WILL BE EFFECTED ARE OLD LITTLE RIVER AND SENECA CREEK.
105 ft
DANGEROUS WATER LEVEL. FF WATCH NEEDED FOR POSSIBLE FLOODING DOWNSTREAM.
102 ft
HIGH WATER LEVELS MAY LEAD TO SHORELINE FLOODING.
100 ft
FULL POOL ELEVATION.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 1994 | 100.48 ft | — |
| Aug 16, 1994 | 100.48 ft | — |
| Sep 7, 2004 | 99.99 ft | — |
| Sep 7, 2004 | 99.99 ft | — |
| May 7, 2004 | 99.9 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
KEOS1
River
Seneca River
County
Pickens, SC
Coordinates
34.7997°N, 82.8850°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Seneca River at Keowee Dam?
The Seneca River at Keowee Dam gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Seneca River at Keowee Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Seneca River at Keowee Dam is 102 feet. Action stage begins at 100 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 105 feet, and major flooding at 110 feet.
How do I get alerts when Seneca River rises?
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Where is the Seneca River at Keowee Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pickens County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.7997°N, 82.8850°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.